Gatsio Safariz

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$4,247 to $4,472 pp (USD)

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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

  • You'll be collected from the airport.
  • Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Day 1

Transfer to Lake Mburo National Park

Transfer to Lake Mburo National Park

The journey to Lake Mburo is more than just a drive—it’s a shift into stillness, beauty, and gentle adventure. As the road winds through peaceful hills, the call of the wild begins to take hold. Lake Mburo welcomes you not with crowds or noise, but with open savannahs, calm waters, and wildlife that moves at its own unhurried pace. It’s the only park in Uganda where you can stroll alongside zebras, ride past impalas, or glide across the lake beside hippos. Every moment feels close, personal, and unforgettable. Here, you don’t just watch nature—you become part of it. Perfect for solo travelers, couples, and those seeking a slower safari, Lake Mburo offers connection, charm, and calm in every corner. This isn’t about ticking off sights; it’s about embracing grace over haste, and immersion over schedules. Let the wild slow your steps, and Lake Mburo will restore your spirit.

Main Destination:
Lake Mburo National Park
Best Time To Visit January to February and June to August (Dry seasons)
High Season June to September (Peak time for Uganda)
Best Weather June to August and January to February (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Lake Mburo NP

GiraffeCommon
BuffaloCommon
ZebraCommon
HippoCommon
LeopardOccasional
HyenaOccasional
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LionNone
Activities:
  • No wildlife-viewing activities on this day
Accommodation:
Hyena Hill Lodge
  • Budget lodge located just outside Lake Mburo NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Cycling safari and transfer to Bwindi

Cycling safari and transfer to Bwindi

This journey begins not with a roar, but with a rhythm—the quiet hum of your tires rolling through Lake Mburo’s golden savannah. You pedal past zebras, giraffes, and impalas, not behind glass, but in the open air, where every breath feels earned and every sight feels personal. It’s more than adventure—it’s a connection to the wild. Then the road climbs, and the scenery transforms. You head toward Bwindi, where the forest thickens and the air turns sacred. The shift feels cinematic, from open plains to misty mountains. And when you finally stand before the gorillas, you’ll realize this wasn’t just a journey across Uganda—it was a journey into something deeper. Book it because it’s rare. Because it’s real. Because it moves you—body, heart, and soul.

Main Destination:
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
Best Time To Visit June to August and December to February (Gorilla trekking is easiest)
High Season June to September (Gorilla permits are scarce)
Best Weather June to July and December to February (Less rainfall)

Wildlife in Bwindi Impenetrable NP

Activities:
  • Morning cycling safari
Accommodation:
Ride 4 a Woman Guesthouse
  • Budget guest house located just outside Buhoma (Bwindi Impenetrable NP)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Mountain gorilla trekking and community visit

Mountain gorilla trekking and community visit

After Breakfast head out for Mountain gorilla trekking, offers not just a chance to see wildlife, but a profound moment of connection—meeting the gaze of a creature that mirrors the depths of your own spirit. In the mist-shrouded forests of Bwindi, you stand before majestic giants whose quiet dignity seems to suspend time. The experience is raw, humbling, and forever etched in memory.

The journey extends beyond the forest, into the lives of its guardians—the local communities whose existence is closely linked to the survival of the gorillas. Hear ancient songs, walk the historic Batwa trail, and witness how conservation and daily life are intricately woven together. Every handshake, every smile, every shared story adds depth to the tapestry of your travels.

This is more than a safari; it is a soulful encounter—an opportunity to connect deeply, create lasting bonds, and contribute to the preservation of a shared natural and cultural heritage in one extraordinary experience.

Main Destination:
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
Activities:
  • Early morning gorilla tracking
Accommodation:
Ride 4 a Woman Guesthouse
  • Budget guest house located just outside Buhoma (Bwindi Impenetrable NP)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Transfer to queen Elizabeth National Park

Transfer to queen Elizabeth National Park

Step into a world where silence speaks louder than words.
Mountain gorilla trekking isn’t just about seeing wildlife it’s about locking eyes with a creature that mirrors your soul. Deep in Bwindi’s misty forest, you’ll share breath with giants whose presence stills time. It’s raw, humbling, unforgettable.
But the story doesn’t end there.
After the forest, you meet its guardians the local communities whose lives pulse alongside the gorillas. Hear ancient songs, walk the Batwa trail, learn how survival and conservation intertwine. Every handshake, every smile, every story adds depth to your journey.
Why book it? Because this isn’t just a safari. It’s a soul encounter. A chance to feel, connect, and give back all in one unforgettable experience.

Main Destination:
Queen Elizabeth National Park
Best Time To Visit January to February and June to July (Dry seasons)
High Season June to September (Peak time for Uganda)
Best Weather June to July and January to February (Less rainfall)

Wildlife in Queen Elizabeth NP

ChimpanzeeOccasional
ElephantCommon
LionCommon
BuffaloCommon
HippoAbundant
LeopardOccasional
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ZebraNone
Activities:
  • No wildlife-viewing activities on this day
Accommodation:
Aardvark Safari Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge bordering Queen Elizabeth NP without fences
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 5

Game drive, boat cruise and transfer to Fort portal

Game drive, boat cruise and transfer to Fort portal

Begin with the thrill of the wild a sunrise game drive across Queen Elizabeth’s Kasenyi plains, where lions stalk silently and Uganda kobs leap through golden grass. Then shift to water, gliding along the Kazinga Channel as elephants drink, hippos grunt, and birds dance across the sky. It’s not just a cruise it’s a front-row seat to nature’s theater. And just when you think the day can’t hold more, the road calls. You’re transferred to Fort Portal, winding through crater lakes, tea plantations, and misty hills that feel like a dream unfolding. This isn’t just a journey it’s a layered experience of adrenaline, serenity, and scenic transformation. Book it because it blends the pulse of the savannah with the poetry of the mountains and every mile tells a story worth remembering.

Main Destination:
Fort Portal (Town)
Activities:
  • Early morning game drive (normal 4x4 vehicle) & morning boat trip
Accommodation:
Isunga Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Kibale NP (Chimps)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 6

Chimpanzee trekking & Bigodi swamp visit

Chimpanzee trekking & Bigodi swamp visit

Step into the heartbeat of Uganda’s wild soul. In Kibale Forest, the air hums with life as you trek through ancient trees in search of chimpanzees intelligent, expressive beings whose gaze feels startlingly familiar. It’s not just thrilling; it’s intimate. You’ll hear them before you see them, then witness their world unfold in gestures, calls, and quiet moments that stay with you.
Then, the journey softens. Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary welcomes you with its lush boardwalks and whispering reeds. Here, nature slows down. You’ll spot rare birds like the Great Blue Turaco, glimpse monkeys swinging through the canopy, and walk alongside locals who protect this haven with pride and purpose.
This experience isn’t just about wildlife it’s about connection. Book it because it blends adrenaline with serenity, and leaves you feeling not just amazed, but deeply moved.

Main Destination:
Kibale National Park (Chimps)
Best Time To Visit January to February and June to July (Chimp trekking is easiest)
High Season June to September (Peak time for Uganda)
Best Weather January to February and June to July (Least rain)

Wildlife in Kibale NP

ElephantOccasional
BuffaloOccasional
LionVery Rare
LeopardVery Rare
HippoRare
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ZebraNone
Activities:
  • Morning chimpanzee tracking
Accommodation:
Isunga Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Kibale NP (Chimps)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 7

Transfer to Entebbe

Transfer to Entebbe

The journey from Kibale to Entebbe isn’t just a transfer it’s a gentle descent from the wild into memory. As you leave the forest behind, the road winds through crater lakes, tea plantations, and rolling hills that feel like a farewell song from nature itself. It’s a time to reflect on the chimpanzees whose gaze stirred something deep, on the quiet moments in Bigodi, and on the rhythm of the land that carried you. This route offers scenic stops, cultural glimpses, and a soft landing back into the world. Book it because every great journey deserves a graceful ending and this one lets you carry the wild with you, all the way to Entebbe.

Main Destination:
Entebbe (City)
Activities:
  • No wildlife-viewing activities on this day
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

  • Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
  • You'll be dropped off at the airport.

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  • This tour is offered by Gatsio Safariz, not SafariBookings.
  • This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
  • The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
  • If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative.
  • Gorilla tracking permits are subject to availability.